Episode Summary:
In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver addresses a question about team members who perceive coaching as criticism rather than support. He explains that the key to shifting this mindset lies in changing the approach to coaching itself. Instead of focusing on feedback, Mike emphasizes the importance of asking thoughtful questions, helping team members clarify their goals, and collaboratively working on actionable plans. Coaching, he notes, is about facilitating self-discovery and improvement rather than merely pointing out performance issues.
Key Takeaways:
- Effective coaching focuses on asking questions rather than giving constant feedback.
- Start by diagnosing your own coaching approach—if it feels like criticism, you may be overcommunicating or directive.
- Ask team members reflective questions to clarify their expectations, goals, and plans for improvement.
- Coaching should empower individuals to focus better and feel in control, believing they have the skills to succeed.
Notable Quotes:
- “If you have people that think coaching is criticism, then you’re probably talking too much as a coach.”
- “Coaching is a dynamic, question-asking way to see the world, to help people perform better and live better lives.”
- “Coaching is believing that they probably have the skills and the knowledge necessary to improve; they just need to focus better.”
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